Contact

Easygrids & Docks are now in stock and ready for shipping

All Docks feature Astera Track Pin

Job Kraaijeveld, dp

Founder Ellar

Job graduated from Amsterdam film school in 2010 and has since spent nearly 15 years in the commercial & documentary film industry, capturing visuals for renowned brands like Starbucks, Ikea, and Adidas.

Fuelled by a love for product design, 3D printers and lasercutters became tools to solve practical challenges on set.

With the design of Easygrids & Docks for Astera tubes, the Ellar brand was born. Paving the way for more custom engineered products inspired by the people who use them.

@jobinsta & www.jobcrowfield.com

Ellar

Kerklaan 2
1211 PP
Hilversum
The Netherlands

info@ellargrids.com
+31 6 50 600 599

FAQ

Easygrids

Will there be 45 or 90 degree versions?

When developing and testing our grids we found that most gaffers loved the 60 degree honeycomb grid and didn't request other versions. When this changes we will design the other versions too.

Is the grid tough enough for set use?

Short answer; yes.

We print the different parts of the grid and join them together both by design (the parts fit together) and by special thermoplastic screws. The type of material used and the way the grid is designed make it both very tough but also flexible when mounting and unmounting so stress on the product is put over the whole grid and not on 1 spot.

How are they modular?

The grids are made out of multiple parts. They are joined together but never glued. This means that when a part is broken or damaged, it can easily be replaced.

Also when upgrades are available, owners could easily make the upgrade themselves with just a screwdriver.

Will there be an all white Stormtrooper version?

Yes, we hope to get the request to make a Stormtrooper version that is all white. Maybe we already have that version in our shop.. maybe.

Docks

Why do I need a Dock, I have clamps

Yes, you can use your clamps to mount the tubes like you are used to.. but;

When mounting a clamp to an Astera tube and then mounting this combination to a tripod the flexibility in adjusting its angle is quite flimsy and the position is easily lost.

With our Dock you mount the combination of tube and grid to anything you like; a tripod, put it on the floor, use magnets to stick it on a metal surface or hang it with cables.

After mounting the adjustment of the lighting angle is precise and easily adjusted.

Will the Dock come in different versions

Both Titan and Helios docks will always have 2 feet that double as mounting points for cables.
In this module users can request M5, 1/4" or 3/8" metal inserts for extra mounting options.

The Astera Track Pin is always included and other features can be requested.